Preter

Preter (from latin word, praeter "beyond"): Short slang for Preterhumans, a term for those with supernatural/paranormal abilities beyond the highest of normal physical, mental and spiritual human potential, also known as superhumans or metahumans.

Preters have been known as long as the rest of humanity from myths and legends to modern day history and literature, including comics. Some are descendents of extraterrestrials, Lemurians, Atlanteans, and other forms of divinity, others appeared as humans regardless of being from a Mundane family, or results of spiritual or scientific accidents or designs. Occasionally, there were cases of preteranimals.

Types of Preters
Enhanced: Preters with unique physical conditions beyond limitations; e.g. superhuman strength (lifting at least +800 lbs), and superhuman speed (move at least +700 mph).

Mage: Also known as witch, wizard, sorcerer, sorceress, warlock and any preter that performs magic.

Otherkin: Reincarnated preters from supernatural lives, including mythical creatures and fairies.

Psion: Any preter with psionic and psychic abilities.

Shunter: (Inspired by Brian Yuzna's Society) Preters with parasitic physiology.

Therian: Also known as a Werecreature or Werebeast, a term for otherkins with therianthropy; preters in-between humans and the animal kingdom, including werewolves.